Islas Griegas – Greca Travels

Greek Islands and Turkey

Cities: Estambul, Ankara, Capadocia, Pamukkale, Kusadasi, Patmos, Creta, Santorini, Atenas, Mykonos, Izmir.

Price from: $3,999 USD per person

Date: April 18 • May 2, 9 • July 25 • August 1, 22 • September 5, 12 • October 3, 17, 2025.
Duration: 13 days / 11 nights

INCLUDES

13 days / 11 nights
Direct flights: Mexico – Istanbul – Dubai – Istanbul – Mexico.
Domestic flight Izmir – Istanbul (15 kg checked luggage + 8 kg carry-on)
Transfers Airport – Hotel – Airport
5-star hotels
4 nights of accommodation in Istanbul
2 nights accommodation in Cappadocia
1 night accommodation in Pamukkale
1 night accommodation in Kusadasi
Cruise through the Greek Islands: Patmos, Santorini, Athens, and Mykonos with all meals included. Drinks included during meals (4 days – 3 nights)
Tours as indicated in the itinerary
All tours included:
Amazing Bosphorus Tour
Constantinople Jewels Tour
Athens Tour with entrance to Acropolis and Parthenon
11 desayunos, 2 comidas, 7 cenas
Professional Spanish-speaking guides
Air-conditioned coach
Turkish visa
Taxes (hotel, airport, and port fees)
24-hour assistance

NOT INCLUDED

Propinas por persona para Turquía 45usd
Optional tours
Travel assistance insurance
Personal expenses of any kind

HOTELS

ESTAMBUL	LIONEL HOTEL 5*
CAPADOCIA	BEZIRHANE KONAK CAVE
PAMUKKALE	ADEMPIRA THERMAL HOTEL SPA 5*
KUSADASI	WYNDHAM RESIDENCES 5*
CRUCERO GRECIA	CELESTYAL CRUISES

*List of hotels most frequently used in these circuits. Provided for reference purposes only; accommodation may be confirmed in similar hotels.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

For better comfort on this tour, double occupancy accommodation is recommended.
The prices are expressed in US dollars (USD).
The exchange rate considered is the one from BBVA’s website: https://www.bbva.mx/personas/informacion-financiera-al-dia.html

To issue electronic tickets, a copy of a valid passport with at least 180 days remaining from the date of departure is required.

To confirm a booking hold, a deposit per person is required, paid in local currency at the exchange rate on the day the transaction is made.

To issue electronic tickets, a copy of a valid passport with at least 180 days remaining from the date of departure is required.
Issuance of Turkish visa with an American passport has an additional cost; please check with your travel consultant.
It is the responsibility of the travel agency and/or passenger to review and process the documentation required for their trip, including transit or entry into the destination visited.
In case you wish to make payment by credit card in installments, please inquire about the commission fees and request a payment link.
Hotel check-in is at 2:00 PM and check-out at 12:00 PM; early check-in or late check-out requests are subject to availability and may incur an additional charge.
Itinerary and planned hotels are subject to last-minute changes due to weather conditions, extraordinary circumstances, pandemics, acts of war, or other factors beyond the Operator’s control.

Price and availability subject to change without notice.

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Day 1: Mexico - Istanbul

Meet at Mexico City airport to board the flight to Istanbul. Overnight on board. Noche a bordo.

Day 2: Istanbul

Arrival in Istanbul, reception at the airport by the tour operator.
We will begin with the PANORAMIC TOUR of the modern part of Istanbul, starting with a visit to the Ortakoy district, which frequently appears in Turkish TV series. It offers an extraordinary view of the Bosphorus.
We will have free time to try Kumpir, one of the most delicious traditional foods in Istanbul nowadays. These are giant baked potatoes stuffed with almost anything you can imagine. They are among the best street foods you can find, with fillings that include ingredients such as butter, olives, sour cream, seasoned bulgur, onions, sausages, cheese, corn, mushrooms, and more.
Then we will visit Taksim Square, where Istiklal pedestrian street is located. We will walk along the street, and later we will go to see the Galata Tower. Return to the hotel and accommodation.

Day 3: Istanbul

BreakfastAt the scheduled time, departure from the hotel to take the tour of “AMAZING BOSPHORUS.”BOSFORO ALUCINANTE”. Empezamos el día con la visita de la Mezquita de Suleiman el Magnifico, la mezquita más popular de los otomanos. Ubicada sobre una colina que domina el Cuerno de oro, la the Suleymaniye Mosque is visible from almost every point in the city. Its minarets are considered primus inter pares, and its dome is the most prominent among Istanbul’s mosques.
Just before lunch, we will visit St. George’s Patriarchal Cathedral, which is currently the main Greek Orthodox cathedral in Istanbul. Since around 1600, it has served as the seat of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople, the primary patriarchate of the Greek Orthodox Church, and is recognized as the spiritual leader of Orthodox Christians worldwide.
After lunch at a typical local restaurant, we will enjoy a breathtaking boat ride on the Bosphorus, the strait that physically separates the European and Asian sides of the city. During the cruise, you can admire beautiful mosques, mansions, suspension bridges that light up with different colors at night, as well as Ottoman palaces and fortresses.
We end the day with a visit to the Spice Bazaar, built in 1660 and still a must-visit destination for international cuisine lovers, where you can taste and purchase all kinds of spices and Turkish delights. Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

Day 4: Istanbul

BreakfastWe will embark on the “Complete Jewels of Constantinople Tour”..
Spend a full day exploring Istanbul’s historic old town, starting with the Topkapi Palace, built between 1460–1473 by order of Sultan Mehmet the Conqueror. It served as the residence of 26 different sultans over nearly 400 years and was the center of administration for the Ottoman Empire. Today it is one of Istanbul’s most visited museums, displaying rare pieces from the Ottoman royal treasury, war loot, trophies, gifts, ceremonial weapons, and religious relics.
Visit the famous Harem-i Humayun, the private residence of the Ottoman sultans, including Suleyman the Magnificent. Pass by St. Irene Church, where the Second Ecumenical Council was held and officially recognized the Virgin Mary as Theotokos, Mother of God, according to Christian belief.
Posteriormente, continuaremos hacia Santa Sophia (outside view due to government regulations), a historic building built by Emperor Justinian, a masterpiece of Byzantine art from the 5th century. Today, it reflects both Muslim and Christian influences after being converted from a basilica to a mosque and later to a museum. Continue to the Roman Hippodrome, built in 203 AD by Emperor Septimius Severus and expanded by Constantine the Great when Istanbul became the capital of the Eastern Roman Empire. It is adorned with obelisks, columns, and fountains.
Next, we will visit the Blue Mosque – Sultan Ahmed Mosque. (Currently under maintenance; only areas that are accessible will be visited) it has six minarets, which caused a lot of controversy at the time of its construction, since Mecca also had six.
It has six minarets, which caused quite a controversy at the time of its construction, as Mecca also had six. To appease the faithful, a seventh minaret was later added in Mecca to make a distinction. This beautiful mosque is adorned with over 20,000 blue tiles. At the end of the day, we will visit the famous Grand Bazaar, the largest covered bazaar in the world, with 4,000 shops spanning 30,700 m². Return to the hotel for overnight accommodation.

Day 5: Istanbul – Ankara – Cappadocia

Breakfast. Departure from the hotel. We will head to Ankara, the capital of Turkey.
Depart for Ankara, the capital of Turkey. Visit the Mausoleum of Mustafa Kemal Atatürkhe is one of the most important figures in Turkey's history. In addition to being a national hero and the first president of Turkey, he was a true revolutionary who transformed the country into a modern republic. For this reason, he is still loved and respected by the Turkish people, who continue to faithfully visit his mausoleum every year. On the way, we will see Tuz Lake (Salt Lake), the second largest lake in the country.
On the way, we will pass by Tuz Gölü (Salt Lake), the second largest lake in the country. Arrival in Cappadocia (Turkish: Kapadokya), a historic region in central Anatolia, covering parts of the provinces of Kayseri, Aksaray, Niğde, and Nevşehir. Cappadocia is famous for its unique geological formations. Visit an underground city built by ancient local communities to protect themselves from attacks. Before arriving at the hotel, we will stop at a traditional pottery workshop in the Cappadocia region. Dinner and overnight stay.
**Optional Hot Air Balloon Ride (not included – additional cost)
A natural spectacle to admire the sunrise with stunning landscapes of rock formations. Cappadocia is one of the three natural locations worldwide where a hot air balloon ride is highly recommended.

Day 6: Cappadocia

Breakfast. Departure to visit this fantastic region with its spectacular and unique landscape, formed by lava ejected by the Erciyes and Hasan volcanoes 3 million years ago.
Cappadocia is the land of beautiful horses, as described by the Persians who arrived in the region in the 7th century BC. Visit the Göreme Open-Air Museum, where churches and chapels were carved into the volcanic rocks by the first Christians who arrived in the region. Afterwards, we will visit the Pasabag and Güvercinlik Valleys, which feature a spectacular landscape of the Fairy Chimneys. Later, we will visit the region’s most popular valley, called the Love Valley. Visit a workshop of traditional carpets and authentic jewelry. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.
Later, we will visit the region's most popular valley, called Love Valley. We will also visit a workshop of traditional carpets and authentic jewelry. Return to the hotel for dinner and accommodation.
AUTHENTIC TURKISH NIGHT (Optional Tour – additional cost)
After dinner, we head to a traditional restaurant carved into a volcanic rock to attend the AUTHENTIC TURKISH NIGHT, during which we will have the opportunity to see around 10 folk dances from different regions and cities of Turkey. During the Turkish night, there will be an open bar with alcoholic beverages (beer, local wine, vodka, Turkish anise, gin, etc.). While enjoying the famous dances, we will also try some Turkish snacks. We will practice traditional dances and end the evening with some Latin music for dancing. Return to the hotel.

Day 7: Cappadocia–Pamukkale

Breakfast. Early departure to Pamukkale, passing by the largest inn in Anatolia, known as Sultanhanı, built by Sultan Kaikubad I (1221–1237) to speed up and facilitate regional trade. Later, we will pass through the largest city, Konya, the biggest city in Anatolia and the center of the Whirling Dervishes.
Upon arriving in the city of Denizli, we will visit Hierapolis and the Cotton Castle, a true natural wonder featuring a giant waterfall, stalactites, and natural pools formed over centuries by the flow of hot springs rich in calcium salts. Return to the hotel, dinner, and overnight stay.

Day 8: Pamukkale – Ephesus – Kusadasi

Breakfast. Departure towards Ephesus, the best-preserved Greco-Roman city in Asia Minor from the 1st and 2nd centuries. Walking through the main entrance, the Magnesia Gate, you will be amazed by the incredible views. Marble streets lead to impressive temples, frescoes in the Terraced Houses, fountains, and porticoes. We will explore the three-story Celsus Library, the third-largest library of the ancient world, the Odeon, Temple of Hadrian on Curetes Street (the street of the priests), Trajan’s Fountain, and the Great Theatre, which could hold around 25,000 spectators. After visiting Ephesus, we will continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, believed to be the last residence of Jesus’ mother. Today, it is considered a pilgrimage site, especially for Catholics. We then proceed to Kusadasi on the Aegean Sea, followed by a visit to a leather workshop. Dinner and overnight accommodation.
We will continue to the House of the Virgin Mary, the supposed final residence of Jesus’ mother, which today, especially for Catholics, is considered a pilgrimage site. We will then proceed to Kusadasi on the Aegean Sea, followed by a visit to a leather workshop. Dinner and overnight stay.
**Accommodation may be in Izmir or Kusadasi, depending on the season or availability at the time of booking.

Day 9: Kusadasi – Patmos

Breakfast at the hotel. Transfer to Kusadasi port at 7:30 AM. In the morning, embark on the Celestial Cruises cruise. Cruise departure at 1:00 PM and arrival in Patmos at 5:00 PM.. Free time to enjoy your stay.
On one of the caves on this island, it is believed that the Apostle John wrote the Book of Revelation after hearing the voice of God. And it is at the top of this mountain, within the white walls of Hora, where the monastery built in his honor in the 11th century is located, offering wonderful views of the entire island.
Departure at 9:30 PM bound for Crete.

Day 10: Crete (Heraklion) – Santorini

Arrival in Heraklion (Crete) around 7:00 AM.
Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. The Cretan archipelago forms one of the thirteen regions and one of the seven decentralized administrations of Greece. Until the early 20th century, it was also known as Candia, a name derived from the Latin candidus, given by Italian sailors and merchants during the Middle Ages. It has an area of 8,300 km²,²with a coastline of 1,040 kilometers and a population of around 620,000. Its capital is Heraklion. Crete was formerly the center of the Minoan civilization (2700–1420 B.C.), considered one of the oldest civilizations recorded in Europe. Departure at 12:00 PM bound for Santorini.
Arrival in Santorini around 4:30 PM. to the famous island of Santorini. It is a small circular archipelago made up of volcanic islands, located in the southern Aegean Sea, about 200 km southeast of mainland Greece, with an approximate area of 73 km² and a population of 15,000. Free time on the island to enjoy the unparalleled views. Departure at 9:30 PM for Athens.

Day 10: Athens (Piraeus) – Mykonos

Arrival in Athens around 7:00 AM.. Athens is the capital of Greece and currently the largest city in the country. It is the main center of Greek economic, cultural, and political life, with a population of 3.8 million. The history of Athens spans more than three thousand years, making it one of the oldest continuously inhabited cities.
Included half-day excursion in Athens: Athens Tour with entrance to the Parthenon and Acropolis Acrópolis
During the classical period of Greece, it was a powerful city-state that emerged alongside the development of maritime navigation from the port of Piraeus and played a key role in the development of democracy. It was also a cultural center where many of the great artists, writers, and philosophers of antiquity lived. Athens’ contributions to the thought of its time had a significant influence on the development of Greece, Rome, and Western culture. Departure at 11:30 AM for Mykonos.
Arrival on the island at 6:00 PM. Mykonos (Miconos). Located in the Aegean Sea, between the islands of Tinos, Syros, Paros, and Naxos. It has a population of 12,000 inhabitants.
Mykonos features a typically Cycladic landscape, with its beauty owed to its famous capital, Chora, its small white houses along narrow streets, and its high-quality beaches. In Mykonos, you can enjoy not only the beach and entertainment but also its rich history, showcased in its Archaeological Museum and its characteristic popular architecture, dominated by whitewashed buildings. Mykonos is adorned by its craft shops, its cuisine, and its distinctive windmills, which are undoubtedly the gathering place for sunsets. For these reasons, it stands out as one of the most touristic islands in the Aegean and in Greece.
Departure at 11:00 PM. bound for Kusadasi.

Día 12: Kusadasi-Estambul

Upon arrival in Kusadasi, we will disembark and transfer from the port to Izmir Airport to take the flight to Istanbul. Arrival in Istanbul and transfer to the hotel. Free afternoon and overnight stay..

Day 13: Istanbul – Mexico

Breakfast. At the designated time, transfer to the airport for the return flight to Mexico.

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